Intercept rainfall: 2-7% reduction in storm water runoff, a tree crown stores 50-100 gallons of water

Increase economic activity when located in area of commerce, such as a downtown

Increase property value: homebuyers pay on average 3-7% more for properties with trees, one large tree in front can add 1%

Store carbon dioxide: 1 tree removes 200 pounds annually

Provide human enjoyment and make neighborhoods more inviting

Online Tree Inventory
Are you interested in knowing what trees are on the boulevard in front of your house or in the park near you? Visit the City’s Forestry website and type in your address. Learn what the name of the tree is, an assessment of its health and other information on the TreeKeeper System.

A list of approved trees to plant on your property is also available on the Forestry website, provided by the Minnesota DNR.